MONAD - Definition & Meaning for Kids
Meaning 1
Part of speech: Noun
(chemistry) an atom having a valence of one
Categories: Atom
Meaning 2
Part of speech: Noun
a singular metaphysical entity from which material properties are said to derive
Categories: One, 1, I, Ace, Single, Unity
Meaning 3
Part of speech: Noun
(biology) a single-celled microorganism (especially a flagellate protozoan)
Categories: Microorganism, Micro-organism
Synonyms
🌱 Word Origin (Etymology)
The word "monad" comes from Proto-Indo-European *mey-. It started in Ancient Greek μονάς. Then it appeared in Latin monas.
🔗 Related Words
ad – A related word in the same word family.
🧩 Fun Fact
This word traveled through multiple civilizations—each culture shaped its meaning slightly!